Tangy Spinach Salad with Crispy Bacon and Hard-Boiled Eggs ๐ฅ
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
This Spinach Salad recipe is a family favorite, loved for its tangy dressing and delightful combination of flavors and textures. The crispiness of the bacon, the creaminess of the hard-boiled eggs, and the freshness of the spinach leaves come together to create a salad that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Feel free to customize it with additional toppings like croutons for extra crunch!
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch fresh spinach leaves
- 2 medium-sized red onions
- 1 cup of hard-boiled eggs (approximately 4 eggs)
- 6 strips of bacon
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 251.2
- Fat: 19.7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.8g
- Cholesterol: 117.6mg
- Sodium: 316.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 12.3g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Sugar: 9.3g
- Protein: 7.5g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare Salad Base: Arrange the fresh spinach leaves, sliced red onions, and sliced hard-boiled eggs in a large salad bowl, creating a colorful base for your salad. |
| 2 | Cook Bacon: In a skillet, cook the bacon until it turns irresistibly crispy. Once cooked, drain the bacon on paper towels, but don’t discard the precious bacon drippings! Reserve them in the pan for the next step. |
| 3 | Add Bacon to Salad: Crumble the crispy bacon over the bed of spinach, distributing it evenly for that savory crunch in every bite. |
| 4 | Prepare Tangy Dressing: To the reserved bacon drippings in the pan, add the sugar, ketchup, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring this flavorful mixture to a boil, allowing the ingredients to meld together beautifully. |
| 5 | Cook Dressing: Let the dressing simmer for 2-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly and intensify in flavor. The aroma will be tantalizing! |
| 6 | Toss Salad: Carefully pour the warm dressing over the spinach salad, ensuring that every leaf gets coated in that tangy goodness. Use salad tongs or utensils to toss everything together gently, ensuring that the dressing is evenly distributed. |
| 7 | Serve and Enjoy: Your Tangy Spinach Salad with Crispy Bacon and Hard-Boiled Eggs is ready to be enjoyed! Serve it immediately as a delightful side dish or add grilled chicken or shrimp for a complete meal. Enjoy the burst of flavors and textures with every bite! |
Recipe Notes:
- This salad is best served immediately after preparing, as the warm dressing adds a comforting touch to the crisp spinach leaves and other ingredients.
- For added crunch and flavor, consider topping your salad with homemade or store-bought croutons.
- While leftovers can be refrigerated, please note that the texture may change slightly as the dressing cools. However, the flavors will still be delicious, making it a tasty option for a quick lunch or snack the next day.
About the Recipe Creator:
This recipe for Tangy Spinach Salad with Crispy Bacon and Hard-Boiled Eggs is a beloved creation of Vicky’s family. With its tangy dressing and delightful combination of ingredients, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household too! Enjoy the vibrant flavors and nourishing goodness of this wholesome salad.
